Summer Movie Preview
Summer Movie Preview
While the Summer may not have started, the summer movie season has already started and I've missed it. I'm sorry about that. There's really no excuse. If there was an excuse, it would be something along the lines of "I moved and didn't have my internet up for a few weeks", butwe all agree there isn't one. So, having established that, we can move straight up into the summer blockbuster season.
As I mentioned before, the Summer Movie Season is already in full swing with three big releases having occurred already. Those are....
Wolverine (May 1) - If you're a fan of superhero movies, the earlier X-Men films, Hugh Jackman or just action in general, you should make sure you see this movie.
Star Trek (May 8) - Even if you're not a Trekkie, the word is out that this is a film well worth seeing. Get into warp drive and head to your nearest theatre now.
Angels & Demons (May 15) The sequel (or rather prequel) to the controversial film the Da Vinci Code, this one was actually a better book in the opinion of many and hopefully will translate to an even better film than its predecessor.
Bonus Film
The Brothers Bloom - This one doesn't qualify as a summer blockbuster, but it should be a great film. Out in limited release, it's directed by Rian Johnson, his second film after the amazing movie Brick (one of my favorite movies ever) and stars Adrian Brody and Mark Ruffalo as a pair of con-men brothers on one last scam which involves Penelope (Rachel Weisz) and their sometimes partner Bang Bang (Rinko Kikuchi), who just happens to be a Japanese explosives expert. If you can, watch it. (Check out: Brothers Bloom Trailer)
Having already seen two of those movies, I'll try to find a little time to review them sometime soon. I have yet to see Angels & Demons, but the first two are both great films in their own right. However, there is a great slate of other films coming out this month and throughout the summer that should be just amazing to watch. I certainly wouldn't be covering every movie coming out this summer, just the ones that I believe are worth watching (notice, for example, how I've already ommitted Ghost of Girlfriends past, as hard as it was for me to not include a Jennifer Garner film). But, that way you simply get the best of this coming Summer. And for the rest of the best....
Terminator Salvation
(May 21)
Christian Bale stars as John Connor, the man that they've spent the last three preceding Terminator films saving so that he could lead the resistance. Here, in this film, set in post-apocalyptic 2018, we get to see him do just that as we get to see the future they've tried desperately hard to prevent, the arrival of the Terminators and their war against humankind. When they said he'd be back, he wasn't kidding. (Terminator Salvation trailer)
Night At The Museum: Battle Of The Smithsonian
(May 21)
If you were a fan of the first "Night", then it's time to take a trip to a new museum. The mad-cap adventures of Ben Stiller takes him to the Smithsonian, where he encounters a whole new host of characters like Amelia Earhart (Amy Adams), General Custer (Bill Hader), Einstein (Eugene Levy), along with several members of the original cast like Robin Williams, Ricky Gervais, Owen Wilson, Steve Coogan and more. (Night at The Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian trailer)
Up
(May 29)
Another year and it's time for another excellent film by Pixar, who has scaled the heights of the animation industry and just keep climbing every year they put out another great film. I have yet to see it, but I have no doubt that it'll be another whimsical, enjoyable film. Though it'll be hard to top last year's Wall-E or any of the amazing films that preceded it, if anybody can do it, it's Pixar. If you only see one animated film this summer, this should be the one. (Up trailer)
Drag Me To Hell
(May 29)
However, on the other hand, if that weekend you're in the mood for a good horror film, you probably can't go wrong with Sam Raimi's return to horror after his Evil Dead films, which will be a surprise to people who have known Sam Raimi only through his Spider-Man films. Alison Lohman plays an ambitious loan officer who denies an old woman a loan and reposesses her home. However, this is no ordinary old woman, but an evil one who places a curse on her life to turn her life into a living hell. With her life unraveling, how far will she go to break the curse? (Drag Me To Hell trailer)
Land Of The Lost
(June 5)
Will Ferrell is back again, this time as Dr. Rick Marshall, who is sucked back into a time vortex with two research assistants in a remake of the television series. Will Ferrell has a questionable record at best when it comes to television remakes (Bewitched anyone?), but this could be a good movie. Although time and time vortexes may suck, there's no reason this movie has to. (Land of the Lost trailer)
Year One
(June 19)
Directed by Harold Ramis, this film follows Jack Black and Micheal Cera as Zed and Oh, who live in Biblical times as they travel to witness some of the biggest events in Old Testament history. There's a good chance it could be sacriligeous, but an equally good chance it could be hilarious. We'll have to wait to find out. (Year One trailer)
Transformers: Revenge of The Fallen
(June 24)
Not much is known about the story of this film, but honestly, not much needs to be. It's Megan Fox and giant robots. What more needs to be known? Oh, and Shia Labeaouf will return too. Regardless, if you want to see insane action, giant robots and the cast returning for what promises to be a great sequel, see this movie. (Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen trailer)
Public Enemies
(July 1)
From acclaimed director Micheal Mann (Heat) comes another crime drama that follows the massive manhunt for charismatic depression era-robber Johnny Dillinger (Johnny Depp) as he is pursued by the top investigator in the F.B.I., Melvin Purvis (Christian Bale). The movie also features Billy Crudup as Edgar J. Hoover, director of the F.B.I. and Oscar-winning actress Marion Cotillard as Johnny Dillinger's girlfriend Billie. This is one I'm definitely looking forward to. (Public Enemies trailer)
Ice Age: Dawn Of The Dinosaurs
(July 1)
You wanted it, you got it - a third Ice Age movie. Of course, even if you didn't want it, you still get it. This mismatched crew of dinosaurs, mammals and assorted creatures continue making their way through the Ice Age featuring the voice talents of Ray Romano, Dennis Leary, Queen Latifah, Simon Pegg and others. Scrat, of course, is still searching for that nut. You have to admire his determination. But, will you admire it enough to see this film? (Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs trailer)
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
(July 17)
It's only July and no doubt lines are already forming to see this movie. It's yet another film in the magical Harry Potter franchise, as Harry Potter and his loyal friends prepare for the final battle with the evil Voldermort. As danger continues to appear all around them, even within Hogwarts itself, and by the time the film is over, will Harry or Hogwarts ever be the same again? You know you wanna see it. (Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince trailer)
Funny People
(July 31)
I have high hopes for this film, which is only the third film directed by Judd Apatow (after the 40 Year Old Virgin and Knocked Up), although there have been numerous other films produced by him and bearing his name. This one features Adam Sandler as a comedian who has a near death experience and the changes that follow. This one will likely be more of a dramedy than a comedy, but it features such talents as Leslie Mann, Jason Schwartzman, Seth Rogen, Jonah Hill, Aziz Ansari and newcomer Aubrey Plaza. Could be worth checking out, especially if you're fans of his earlier films. (Funny People trailer)
G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra
(August 7)
Based on the successful toy line and the animated tv series that followed it, this is an updated version of the G.I. Joes that stars Christopher Tatum, Marlon Wayans, Ray Park, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Christopher Eccleston, Sienna Miller, Rachel Nichols, Dennis Quaid and lots of action. It shows the rise of the Cobra organization (as the title would imply), the start of the G.I. Joes and hopefully setting the groundwork for a great franchise. (G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra trailer)
Inglorious Basterds
August 21
I know, the title bothers me too. But, the spelling of the world is apparently how the director wanted it. And what the director wants, the director gets. Especially when the director is Quentin Tarantino, which guarantees the film will have some of his classic dialogue, violence and plot in a movie that is literally years in the making. Featuring Brad Pitt and Diane Kruger in this WWII era thriller, it should be another interesting adventure that we'll have to wait until August to undertake. (Inglorious Basterds trailer)
And there you have it, an inglorious end to what should be an excellent summer for movies. I still haven't covered all of the movies that will be coming out this summer, leaving out a few of the more romantic films, comedies and a few others, but I certainly won't even get to see all of the films that are on this list.
I know it's not Friday, but just because we haven't done a top five list in weeks, I'm going to finish off with the Top Five Movies I'm Guaranteed To See In Theatres This Summer, which in addition to being a long and unwieldy title, doesn't include Wolverine or Star Trek, which probably would've taken some spaces had I not already seen them.
Have a great summer at the movies!!!
As I mentioned before, the Summer Movie Season is already in full swing with three big releases having occurred already. Those are....
Wolverine (May 1) - If you're a fan of superhero movies, the earlier X-Men films, Hugh Jackman or just action in general, you should make sure you see this movie.
Star Trek (May 8) - Even if you're not a Trekkie, the word is out that this is a film well worth seeing. Get into warp drive and head to your nearest theatre now.
Angels & Demons (May 15) The sequel (or rather prequel) to the controversial film the Da Vinci Code, this one was actually a better book in the opinion of many and hopefully will translate to an even better film than its predecessor.
Bonus Film
The Brothers Bloom - This one doesn't qualify as a summer blockbuster, but it should be a great film. Out in limited release, it's directed by Rian Johnson, his second film after the amazing movie Brick (one of my favorite movies ever) and stars Adrian Brody and Mark Ruffalo as a pair of con-men brothers on one last scam which involves Penelope (Rachel Weisz) and their sometimes partner Bang Bang (Rinko Kikuchi), who just happens to be a Japanese explosives expert. If you can, watch it. (Check out: Brothers Bloom Trailer)
Having already seen two of those movies, I'll try to find a little time to review them sometime soon. I have yet to see Angels & Demons, but the first two are both great films in their own right. However, there is a great slate of other films coming out this month and throughout the summer that should be just amazing to watch. I certainly wouldn't be covering every movie coming out this summer, just the ones that I believe are worth watching (notice, for example, how I've already ommitted Ghost of Girlfriends past, as hard as it was for me to not include a Jennifer Garner film). But, that way you simply get the best of this coming Summer. And for the rest of the best....
Terminator Salvation
(May 21)
Christian Bale stars as John Connor, the man that they've spent the last three preceding Terminator films saving so that he could lead the resistance. Here, in this film, set in post-apocalyptic 2018, we get to see him do just that as we get to see the future they've tried desperately hard to prevent, the arrival of the Terminators and their war against humankind. When they said he'd be back, he wasn't kidding. (Terminator Salvation trailer)
Night At The Museum: Battle Of The Smithsonian
(May 21)
If you were a fan of the first "Night", then it's time to take a trip to a new museum. The mad-cap adventures of Ben Stiller takes him to the Smithsonian, where he encounters a whole new host of characters like Amelia Earhart (Amy Adams), General Custer (Bill Hader), Einstein (Eugene Levy), along with several members of the original cast like Robin Williams, Ricky Gervais, Owen Wilson, Steve Coogan and more. (Night at The Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian trailer)
Up
(May 29)
Another year and it's time for another excellent film by Pixar, who has scaled the heights of the animation industry and just keep climbing every year they put out another great film. I have yet to see it, but I have no doubt that it'll be another whimsical, enjoyable film. Though it'll be hard to top last year's Wall-E or any of the amazing films that preceded it, if anybody can do it, it's Pixar. If you only see one animated film this summer, this should be the one. (Up trailer)
Drag Me To Hell
(May 29)
However, on the other hand, if that weekend you're in the mood for a good horror film, you probably can't go wrong with Sam Raimi's return to horror after his Evil Dead films, which will be a surprise to people who have known Sam Raimi only through his Spider-Man films. Alison Lohman plays an ambitious loan officer who denies an old woman a loan and reposesses her home. However, this is no ordinary old woman, but an evil one who places a curse on her life to turn her life into a living hell. With her life unraveling, how far will she go to break the curse? (Drag Me To Hell trailer)
Land Of The Lost
(June 5)
Will Ferrell is back again, this time as Dr. Rick Marshall, who is sucked back into a time vortex with two research assistants in a remake of the television series. Will Ferrell has a questionable record at best when it comes to television remakes (Bewitched anyone?), but this could be a good movie. Although time and time vortexes may suck, there's no reason this movie has to. (Land of the Lost trailer)
Year One
(June 19)
Directed by Harold Ramis, this film follows Jack Black and Micheal Cera as Zed and Oh, who live in Biblical times as they travel to witness some of the biggest events in Old Testament history. There's a good chance it could be sacriligeous, but an equally good chance it could be hilarious. We'll have to wait to find out. (Year One trailer)
Transformers: Revenge of The Fallen
(June 24)
Not much is known about the story of this film, but honestly, not much needs to be. It's Megan Fox and giant robots. What more needs to be known? Oh, and Shia Labeaouf will return too. Regardless, if you want to see insane action, giant robots and the cast returning for what promises to be a great sequel, see this movie. (Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen trailer)
Public Enemies
(July 1)
From acclaimed director Micheal Mann (Heat) comes another crime drama that follows the massive manhunt for charismatic depression era-robber Johnny Dillinger (Johnny Depp) as he is pursued by the top investigator in the F.B.I., Melvin Purvis (Christian Bale). The movie also features Billy Crudup as Edgar J. Hoover, director of the F.B.I. and Oscar-winning actress Marion Cotillard as Johnny Dillinger's girlfriend Billie. This is one I'm definitely looking forward to. (Public Enemies trailer)
Ice Age: Dawn Of The Dinosaurs
(July 1)
You wanted it, you got it - a third Ice Age movie. Of course, even if you didn't want it, you still get it. This mismatched crew of dinosaurs, mammals and assorted creatures continue making their way through the Ice Age featuring the voice talents of Ray Romano, Dennis Leary, Queen Latifah, Simon Pegg and others. Scrat, of course, is still searching for that nut. You have to admire his determination. But, will you admire it enough to see this film? (Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs trailer)
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
(July 17)
It's only July and no doubt lines are already forming to see this movie. It's yet another film in the magical Harry Potter franchise, as Harry Potter and his loyal friends prepare for the final battle with the evil Voldermort. As danger continues to appear all around them, even within Hogwarts itself, and by the time the film is over, will Harry or Hogwarts ever be the same again? You know you wanna see it. (Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince trailer)
Funny People
(July 31)
I have high hopes for this film, which is only the third film directed by Judd Apatow (after the 40 Year Old Virgin and Knocked Up), although there have been numerous other films produced by him and bearing his name. This one features Adam Sandler as a comedian who has a near death experience and the changes that follow. This one will likely be more of a dramedy than a comedy, but it features such talents as Leslie Mann, Jason Schwartzman, Seth Rogen, Jonah Hill, Aziz Ansari and newcomer Aubrey Plaza. Could be worth checking out, especially if you're fans of his earlier films. (Funny People trailer)
G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra
(August 7)
Based on the successful toy line and the animated tv series that followed it, this is an updated version of the G.I. Joes that stars Christopher Tatum, Marlon Wayans, Ray Park, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Christopher Eccleston, Sienna Miller, Rachel Nichols, Dennis Quaid and lots of action. It shows the rise of the Cobra organization (as the title would imply), the start of the G.I. Joes and hopefully setting the groundwork for a great franchise. (G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra trailer)
Inglorious Basterds
August 21
I know, the title bothers me too. But, the spelling of the world is apparently how the director wanted it. And what the director wants, the director gets. Especially when the director is Quentin Tarantino, which guarantees the film will have some of his classic dialogue, violence and plot in a movie that is literally years in the making. Featuring Brad Pitt and Diane Kruger in this WWII era thriller, it should be another interesting adventure that we'll have to wait until August to undertake. (Inglorious Basterds trailer)
And there you have it, an inglorious end to what should be an excellent summer for movies. I still haven't covered all of the movies that will be coming out this summer, leaving out a few of the more romantic films, comedies and a few others, but I certainly won't even get to see all of the films that are on this list.
I know it's not Friday, but just because we haven't done a top five list in weeks, I'm going to finish off with the Top Five Movies I'm Guaranteed To See In Theatres This Summer, which in addition to being a long and unwieldy title, doesn't include Wolverine or Star Trek, which probably would've taken some spaces had I not already seen them.
-Top Five Movies I'm Guaranteed To See In Theatres This Summer-
(In Alpabetical Order)
(In Alpabetical Order)
1. G.I. Joe
2. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
3. Terminator Salvation
4. Transformers
5. Up
2. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
3. Terminator Salvation
4. Transformers
5. Up
Have a great summer at the movies!!!
1 comments:
ok...But how many of these movies have you actually seen so farr??? Tell me you've at least seen Wolverine or Star Trek?
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